Cast Iron Chicken Wings

We love making recipes in the cast iron skillet as it cooks all the recipes perfectly and with the best texture. If you have made our Cast Iron Shrimp, Cast Iron Queso, Cast Iron Steak and Cast Iron Pizza then you are going to love these Cast Iron Chicken Wings.

You will love how crispy the texture gets on the wings and the mess is very minimal and the prep time is simple. For a easy chicken wings recipe, make it in the cast iron skillet then add your favorite dipping sauce and side dishes for a complete meal idea!

Can You Cook Wings in a Cast Iron?

Yes, this is the perfect way to cook chicken wings. The heat distributes evenly so it cooks the chicken evenly with a juicy center, crispy texture and amazing taste.

If you prefer you can finish cooking the wings in the oven right in the same pan.

Ingredients

• Chicken Wings – Approximately 2 pounds wingettes and drumettes 
• Avocado Oil – You can also use olive oil or vegetable oil
• Simple Spices – Feel free to change the spices we the combination of salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper gives the wings the best flavor.

Scroll down to the recipe card below this post for ingredient quantities and full instructions.

How to Make Cast Iron Chicken Wings

Step 1 – Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel and place them in a large mixing bowl. 

Step 2 – In a separate small bowl, stir together all the seasonings (teaspoon salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano and cayenne pepper) until combined. 

Step 3 – Sprinkle this seasoning mixture over the batch of wings. Toss the chicken until the chicken is coated with the seasoning mixture. 

Step 4 – Preheat a cast iron skillet over a grill or stovetop over medium-high heat (heat for 4-5 minutes) until the pan is hot. Add the the 2 tablespoon of oil to the skillet and heat for 1 minute. 

• Step 5 – Add the chicken wings to the pan into the hot oil.  Do not move the chicken and let them cook for 4-5 minutes in the hot oil. 
• Step 6 – Flip the chicken wings and cook the other side for 4-5 minutes without moving to brown the other sides of the chicken wings. Reduce the heat on the pan to medium low, cover the pan with a lid or close the lid on the grill.  
• Step 7 – Cook the chicken for 10-15 minutes (flipping the chicken every 4-5 minutes) Until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of at least 165 degrees F but. I prefer pan-frying the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 180 degrees F).  
• Step 8 – Remove the lid and turn the heat back up to high.  Cook for a few more minutes until the chicken wings are crispy and golden brown. 
• Step 9 – Serve these pan-fried chicken wings warm with ranch dip and your other favorite dippers (carrots, celery, etc). Enjoy! 

Recipe Tips

• Adding Chicken to Skillet – Be careful when adding the chicken wings to the hot oil as the oil might splatter.  This is why I recommend patting them dry to prevent the water from splattering in the oil.  
• Cook in Batches – With my large family we have to cook the wings in batches. Make sure to lay the wings in a single layer and do not overcrowd the pan so it cooks evenly.
• Coat Wings – For the best flavor, make sure to coat the chicken wings completely with the spice blend.

Flavor Variations

This chicken wings recipe is a delicious vase recipe. Feel free to add your flavor variations that you prefer.

• Buffalo Wings – Toss the in Buffalo Hot Sauce and Melted Butter
• Garlic Parmesan – Melted butter, garlic powder, parmesan, parsley.
• Asian Sticky Wings – Soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic glaze.
• Lemon Pepper – Lemon zest, black pepper, and butter sauce.

What to Serve with Chicken Wings?

Chicken wings make a great appetizer for you next game day party. We love to serve with our favorite dipping sauce including ranch and blue cheese.

A vegetable tray that is loaded with raw vegetables such as celery, carrots and broccoli make the perfect side. For even more ideas see What to Serve with Chicken Wings.